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Matt McFarlane

I’ve had a career leading People Operations functions across companies small and large, some that achieved acquisition and others that saw unicorn valuations. Now I help startup Head's of People to be successful, through two key businesses: FNDN: Building startup compensation practices that are clear, fair and competitive. Startup People Summit: An online summit, resources and community, giving you everything you need to build and scale a successful people function.

Year 2 as a HR Consultant: Building a Portfolio Career
LockSimple

Jan 11, 2026

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34 min read

Year 2 as a HR Consultant: Building a Portfolio Career

Services + Brand Partnerships + Coaching + Digital Products + Events. This was the year I tried them all in a bid to build a portfolio career that will give me the time, place and financial freedom to do whatever I want in life.

Matt McFarlane
Matt McFarlane
Year 2 as a HR Consultant: Building a Portfolio Career

Jan 11, 2026

•

34 min read

Year 2 as a HR Consultant: Building a Portfolio Career

Services + Brand Partnerships + Coaching + Digital Products + Events. This was the year I tried them all in a bid to build a portfolio career that will give me the time, place and financial freedom to do whatever I want in life.

Matt McFarlane
Matt McFarlane
How to Become a HR Consultant

Dec 16, 2025

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29 min read

How to Become a HR Consultant

Getting from 0 to (almost) $500k in revenue in my first year

Matt McFarlane
Matt McFarlane

How to Become a HR Consultant

Everything I know from building a $500k per year consulting business.